WALKER — The city of Walker announced it is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on its city council.
The Walker City Council accepted the resignation of fellow member Char Moore in October. The Walker City Council members have four-year terms, and Moore began her most recent term in January.
On its official Facebook page, the city of Walker reported the appointed council member would serve until December 2026. A special election would then select a candidate to fill the remaining two years of the term.
Requirements include being a qualified city voter who is at least 21 years old and a resident of the city for at least 30 days. Walker City Council members earn a $600 monthly stipend.
Interested Walker residents can apply online or by stopping into Walker City Hall before noon Nov. 26.
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